2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 228 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
